Harlem says goodbye and thank you to Bill Perkins
Funeral services for late Harlem politician Bill Perkins are set for Wed., May 24 and Thurs., May 25 at First Corinthian Baptist Church.
Prayer vigil held for late Harlem politician Bill Perkins
A prayer vigil is being held for former New York State Senator and City Council Member Bill Perkins, who died Tuesday.
Tributes pour in after passing of longtime politician Bill Perkins
Politicians and community leaders are sharing tributes after the passing of former State Senator and City Council member Bill Perkins.
PHOTOS: Bill Perkins through the years
Longtime Harlem politician Bill Perkins died Tuesday at his home at age 74. Perkins served the community as a State Senator and City Council member. Through the years he was recognized for his tireless service to his constituents. We take a look at his political career.
Bill Perkins: A champion for his beloved Harlem
Bill Perkins was a tireless, independent fighter for the people—who showed time and again the courage to speak truth to power.Â
Former Councilmember and State Senator Bill Perkins, advocate for civil and human rights, joins the ancestors at 74
Former New York State Senator and Harlem City Council member Bill Perkins has died. His death was announced by his wife Tuesday via a statement. He was 74.